Will Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo grace the 2030 World Cup? Future prediction made by former MLS & Premier League star in 'winning trophies' admission

How old will Messi & Ronaldo be in 2030?

Portuguese superstar

Given all that they have achieved across their remarkable careers to date, it seems foolish to rule anything out when it comes to a couple of iconic figures. Time will, however, catch up with them eventually.

Ronaldo still has a

New Portugal boss

It may be that both legends play on for now, with no big decisions being rushed into. The

Will Ronaldo or Messi grace the 2030 World Cup?

Will either still be pulling on the colours of their country when the next World Cup throws open its doors? Responding to that question, Ronaldo’s former Manchester United team-mate and ex-MLS star Silvestre - speaking in association with

“There's too much demand on the physical side of the game, not on the technical side. The physical side, it's hard. I don't expect them to play the next World Cup in four years' time.”

Silvestre added on club careers being extended by Messi and Ronaldo, with

“These guys are passionate about the game that much. They are still so impactful and dedicated to their career. All that matters is playing well and winning trophies. I don't see them hanging their boots any time soon.”

How Ronaldo & Messi responded to 2026 World Cup heartache

Ronaldo said after seeing

Messi posted online after

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for every greeting and message. Once again, we managed to unite as a country and stand together, sharing the immense pride of being Argentine. I also want to congratulate Spain on winning the championship.”

Messi & Ronaldo playing on with Inter Miami & Al-Nassr

No hints were offered there when it comes to international future plans, with Argentina boss

Ronaldo and Messi have never been the type of characters to back down from a challenge and positively revel in